Camarones a la Diabla (Spicy Shrimp)

This dish is a Mexican-style shrimp recipe that is usually served as a main course. The shrimp are cooked in a spicy sauce made with chiles, garlic, and tomatoes. This dish can be made as mild or as spicy as you like by adjusting the amount of chiles used in the sauce. Serve with rice and beans or tortillas.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped onion
• 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh chiles, such as jalapeño or serrano
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Method

1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the shrimp are opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
2. Add the garlic, onion, and chiles to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are soft. Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, lime juice, sugar, cumin, and oregano. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
3. Add the shrimp back to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until heated through. Serve with rice and beans or tortillas.

Potential changes & improvements

If you want a less spicy dish, you can use fewer chiles or use a milder variety, such as Anaheim or poblano. For a more spicy dish, you can use more chiles or a hotter variety, such as habanero or Scotch bonnet. You can also adjust the amount of cumin and oregano to taste.

What other food it works well with

This dish goes well with rice and beans or tortillas. For a complete meal, you can also add a salad or vegetables on the side.

Common Mistakes

One common mistake is to overcook the shrimp. They should only be cooked for 2-3 minutes, until opaque. Another mistake is to use too much or too little chile pepper. You can adjust the amount to suit your own taste.

Nutritional Information

This recipe is high in protein and low in carbohydrates. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, vitamin B12, iron, and selenium.

Allergens

This recipe contains shrimp and chicken broth. It may also contain other allergens, depending on the ingredients used.